Prolonged Grief and Seeking Help with Dr. Sonya Lott, PhD

What is Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and why does it matter? In this deeply moving episode of The Self Careapist Podcast, Lorain Moorehead, LCSW, sits down with Dr. Sonya Lott, grief therapy expert and affiliate of the Center for Prolonged Grief, to explore Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD). You’ll learn what PGD is, how it’s diagnosed, and why so many therapists and clients miss the signs.Whether you’re a therapist, a grieving human, or someone supporting others through loss, this conversation offers transformative clarity, heartfelt compassion, and actionable insight. Dr. Lott breaks down the evolution of grief language, explains why the five stages of grief model is outdated, and shares a roadmap for evidence-based grief therapy.You’ll learn:What defines Prolonged Grief Disorder and how it differs from depression or PTSDHow to assess PGD using validated tools like the Inventory of Complicated GriefThe structure of Prolonged Grief Therapy (PGT) and its roots in CBT and attachment theoryWhy grief-specific training is essential for today’s therapistsWhere to access free and low-cost PGD training and resourcesDr. Lott also shares how therapists can protect their own emotional energy while holding space for sorrow and why this work is sacred.Listen now to discover how Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy is helping us conceptualize how to understand loss and how you can integrate these vital tools into your work and life.Resources mentioned:Center for Prolonged GriefCaring Connections – University of UtahArticleDr. Sonya Lott's websiteThe inventory of complicated griefContinuing Education: Many episodes offer a free CEU for licensure in Arizona through the Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Content is relevant for continuing education across LCSW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT, NCC, NBCC, and psychology licensure.Subscribe and leave a review — it helps other therapists find the show.The Self Careapist Therapist Podcast is a biweekly conversation with Lorain Moorehead, LCSW a therapist in private practice.  With guests ranging from expert psychologists, therapists, researchers and authors, each episode offers a deep dive and keeps listeners from intern to advanced supervisor  in mind while dropping gems and aha moments for everyone who loves to learn! If you love learning and want to keep track of some future learning opportunities, grab your personal curriculum here!If you liked this episode, feel free to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us be a top mental health podcast and resource.  See you next week!